Staff Reports
Nancy Pelosi’s recent mishap of shattering her hip was about as convenient for the Biden family as a flat tire on the way to a barbecue. The incident not only landed the former Speaker in the emergency room but also seemed to simultaneously deepen the rift between her and President Biden. After all, neither Joe nor Jill felt it necessary to check in on her welfare, demonstrating just how far their once cozy relationship has fallen.
In a revealing piece shared by Politico, the underlying tension has become the talk of the town. The relationship soured last summer when Pelosi publicly suggested Biden should step away from the presidential race, a move that has haunted both of them ever since. Biden’s subsequent drop from the race came after a dramatic episode filled with more bitterness than a three-day-old cup of coffee. Jill Biden expressed her disappointment, lamenting that their long-standing friendship had taken a hit, proving that even political alliances can crumble like a stale cookie.
The Shakespearean feud between Joe Bidenand Rep. Nancy Pelosi has only worsened as the former speaker has not received well wishes from the outgoing president or first lady Jill Biden after she broke her hip in Europe last month. pic.twitter.com/tvX8Mx8fDK
— Mike Netter (@nettermike) January 20, 2025
The Pelosi family’s response to this snub was refreshingly straightforward. Alexandra Pelosi, Nancy’s own daughter, blasted the Bidens, suggesting that if Jill would simply put on her “big girl pants,” perhaps she could focus on her husband’s legacy instead of sulking. The irony is rich; after all, it’s rare for someone to defend Biden’s questionable reputation. But in a moment of camaraderie, Alexandra actually pointed out that few Americans are likely singing the praises of either Joe or Nancy these days.
Meanwhile, Biden and his crew can’t seem to shake this resentment. In the wake of Nancy’s hospital visit, it appeared that the relationship was so strained they feared it might be easier to connect with an alien spaceship than to access a military plane for a medical evacuation. Thankfully, the White House eventually came around, turning what could have been a bureaucratic nightmare into a logistical victory — though only after some serious prompting from Pelosi’s team.
As the drama unfolds, questions linger about whether the top Democrats can bury the hatchet. After sharing a less-than-festive fork in the food line at a White House holiday dinner, hope seems dim for restoring their previous rapport. Pelosi has indicated she wants to mend this frayed bond and even expressed her emotional side, sharing a wishful sentiment about reconciliation. But as far as most onlookers can tell, the more these two play the blame game, the harder it will be to rebuild their friendship. For now, they’re starting to resemble rivals in a political soap opera rather than a pair of allies steering the ship of state.
